New Law Requires Turn Lights on All Highway Vehicles
The 1955 legislation includes a provision that trucks must have turn signals. A synopsis for the Department of Public Safety interpreted the law to cover all highway vehicles, prompting a police clarification. Senator Friedrich raised the issue with Superintendent Brown who noted the law requires signal lamps or a mechanical signal on motor vehicles in use on a highway.
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Farm Equipment Exemption Cited In Motor Vehicle Act
A senate statement notes that farm tractors and wagons are exempt as implements of husbandry and not required to have turn signals. The speaker highlights that tractors fall under licensing provisions as part of the Motor Vehicle Act, offering general farmer interest. The item ends by urging readers to read the want ads for bargains.
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